RCMP Manhunt: Province-Wide Warrant for Man Linked to Parrsboro Area

Community Safety Alert for Nova Scotia Residents

Cumberland County District RCMP are searching for 38-year-old Jerrad Wade Patriquin, who is the subject of a province-wide arrest warrant in Nova Scotia. Police believe he may currently be in or around the Parrsboro area and are urgently asking the public to assist in locating him.

Patriquin, a resident of Dieppe, New Brunswick, is facing multiple serious charges in Nova Scotia and also has an active warrant in New Brunswick. Anyone who sees him or has information about where he might be is asked to contact police immediately and not attempt to approach or apprehend him personally.

Suspect Image

RCMP have released the following image of the wanted man to assist the public in recognizing him:

Image provided by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to help the public identify the suspect.

Official RCMP Details

According to the official release from Cumberland County District RCMP, the following information has been provided about Jerrad Wade Patriquin and the outstanding warrants:

Current Charges in Nova Scotia

• Multiple counts of Assault
• Criminal Harassment
• Three (3) counts of Breach of Probation

In addition to the province-wide arrest warrant in Nova Scotia, RCMP have confirmed that Patriquin also has a separate warrant of arrest in New Brunswick. He is believed to be in the Parrsboro, Nova Scotia area at this time.

Physical Description

• Age: 38
• Height: Approximately 6 feet 1 inch
• Weight: Approximately 165 pounds
• Hair: Brown
• Eyes: Green
• From: Dieppe, New Brunswick

Crime Canada Community: Your Help Is Needed

The RCMP have made multiple attempts to locate Patriquin and are now turning to the public for assistance. CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to stay alert, especially in and around Parrsboro and wider Cumberland County.

If you have any information about the whereabouts of Jerrad Wade Patriquin:

• Call RCMP Cumberland County District at 902-254-2424
• Or contact your local police anywhere in Canada

To remain anonymous:

• Call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• Submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
• Use the P3 Tips app

RCMP File Number: 2026-930334

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, alerts about wanted individuals facing allegations such as assault, criminal harassment, and breaches of probation are critical for community safety across Nova Scotia. These cases often involve ongoing risk to specific individuals and the broader public, and swift community reporting can materially reduce harm. While our national crime statistics—such as those we publish for communities like Peawanuck, Ontario crime and safety data—give a big-picture view, incidents like this remind us that vigilance at the local level is equally important.

Residents are encouraged to stay aware of their surroundings, avoid direct engagement with anyone they believe to be wanted by police, and report suspicious activity promptly. If you think you recognize Patriquin from the RCMP photo or description, do not confront him. Instead, move to a safe location and contact 902-254-2424, your local police, or Crime Stoppers. Community cooperation with law enforcement is a key part of preventing violence and ensuring that people subject to warrants are brought before the courts safely and lawfully.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the nova-scotia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.